For weeks, the wrestling world has been buzzing with speculation about a potential in-ring return for one of the most popular stars of her era, AJ Lee. The rumors have grown from hopeful fan whispers to credible media reports, suggesting her comeback was not a matter of if, but when. Now, it seems the wait is finally over.

The strongest confirmation yet did not come from a surprise appearance or a cryptic video package, but from a very unexpected source: WWEShop.com. In a reply to a fan on social media, the official merchandise outlet for WWE appears to have let the cat out of the bag, all but confirming that AJ Lee is on her way back to a WWE ring.

The Spark at Clash in Paris

The rumor mill went into overdrive this past Sunday at WWE Clash in Paris. During the main event fatal four-way match for the world title, Becky Lynch interfered, ultimately costing CM Punk the championship. Her husband, Seth Rollins, ended up retaining his title in the contest that also featured LA Knight and Jey Uso. Given that CM Punk is married to AJ Lee, WWE fans immediately began speculating that the company was setting the stage for a massive mixed tag team match between the two real-life couples. The rumors were fueled further on this week’s episode of Raw, when Becky Lynch directly acknowledged the loud “AJ Lee” chants from the crowd.

Reports Point to a Blockbuster Return

The wrestling media quickly picked up on the story. Bryan Alvarez reported on Wrestling Observer Live that it was “basically a lock” that Lee would be returning soon and that the anticipated mixed tag team match would likely take place at the upcoming WrestlePalooza event, which marks WWE’s debut on ESPN.

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Fightful later corroborated this report, with Fightful Select stating, “WWE sources have indicated that AJ Lee is set to return to the ring, as reiterated on WOL. WWE sources also tell @FightfulSelect that most in the company consider it a forgone conclusion that she will be announced or be at this Friday’s Smackdown.”

An Unlikely Confirmation

While reports are one thing, nothing solidifies a rumor quite like a hint from the company itself. Earlier today, a fan on X (formerly Twitter) tweeted at the official WWE Shop account, asking where AJ Lee’s merchandise was. The response from WWE Shop was incredibly telling.

A fan named Wrestling Daze asked:

Hey @wweshop

WHERE’S THE AJ LEE MERCH!??!

What am i meant to wear on Friday when i watch Smackdown???

NORMAL CLOTHES?!?!

WWE Shop replied:

Hey there! Of course, we wouldn’t expect that. With AJ Lee’s return to the ring, we are looking to have some 🔥 gear hopefully in time for Wrestlepalooza. Be sure you’re signed up for emails and get the latest updates on new live inventory. Happy shopping!

This response seems to be the most direct confirmation yet, mentioning both “AJ Lee’s return to the ring” and the specific WrestlePalooza event.

A Look Back at AJ Lee’s Career

For those who may not be familiar, AJ Lee was one of the most popular and influential female superstars in WWE history. During her tenure from 2009 to 2015, she held the Divas Championship three times, with one of her reigns lasting a then-record 295 days. She was a central figure in many major storylines and is often credited as a trailblazer for the “Women’s Revolution” in WWE due to her unique character and exceptional in-ring and on-mic skills. Since her retirement from professional wrestling in 2015, she has become a New York Times Best Selling author and a prominent mental health advocate. Her return would undoubtedly be a monumental moment for WWE and its fans.

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